The Stop Community Food Centre

The Stop Community Food Centre đŸŒ±Increasing access to healthy food in Toronto for over 40 years

Our locations:

1884 Davenport Road
729 St. to 1 p.m!

Clair West, Toronto, Ontario (WOD)
601 Christie Street (Green Barn)

đŸ§‘â€đŸŒŸWe run The Stop’s Farmers’ Market every Saturday from 8 a.m. *Please visit our website for program hours, which vary depending on program and location. Our office is open from Monday to Friday, 9AM to 5PM.*

For over 30 years, The Stop Community Food Centre has been at the forefront of dignified, innovative programs that provi

de access to healthy food; build skills, health, hope, and community; and confront the underlying issues that lead to poverty and hunger. Our wide range of programs include drop-in meals, a food bank, community kitchens and gardens, perinatal and family support, civic engagement, and children and youth engagement. We also run the popular Farmers' Market at Wychwood Barns every Saturday morning from 8AM to 1PM. The Stop is an Imagine Canada accredited charity.

Join us for The Stop’s Seedling Sale đŸŒ±Thursday, May 14 | 4–7 PM601 Christie St, TorontoWe’re inviting you to pick up org...
05/11/2026

Join us for The Stop’s Seedling Sale đŸŒ±

Thursday, May 14 | 4–7 PM
601 Christie St, Toronto

We’re inviting you to pick up organically grown, chemical-free seedlings and take part in growing a more equitable and sustainable food system from the ground up.

Whether you’re planting on a balcony, in a backyard, or as part of a community garden, these seedlings help you grow your own local food.

Come by for seedlings, stay for live music, good food, and meaningful conversation 🌿

RSVP: bit.ly/seedling-sale-2026

05/11/2026

This Mother’s Day, we’re raising $15,000 to ensure parents like Caroline have access to the food and care they need.

Caroline is a participant in Healthy Beginnings, The Stop’s perinatal program, which supports new and expectant parents who may be navigating challenges such as housing instability, mental health concerns, marginalization, single parenting, recent immigration, or language barriers

Participants take part in educational workshops, share healthy meals, connect with other families, and receive nutritious food hampers and transportation support.

To make a donation in honour of Mother’s Day, visit bit.ly/Mothers-Day-2026-2

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible mothers, grandmothers, and caretakers in our community! We celebrate you, and w...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible mothers, grandmothers, and caretakers in our community! We celebrate you, and we are so grateful for everything you do 💝

This Mother's Day, if you'd like to honour a mom in your life, consider making a gift to support mothers right here in our community through The Stop's Healthy Beginnings program. All donations made this month will be doubled, thanks to a generous matching donor.

Donation link: bit.ly/Mothers-Day-2026-3

Join us in raising $15,000 this Mother's Day to ensure families have access to healthy food and critical support through...
05/08/2026

Join us in raising $15,000 this Mother's Day to ensure families have access to healthy food and critical support throughout the year.

Make a Mother's Day donation today: https://bit.ly/Mothers-Day-2026-1

Thank you, Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc., for 10 incredible years of the Milestone Cup in support of The Stop...
05/04/2026

Thank you, Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc., for 10 incredible years of the Milestone Cup in support of The Stop Community Food Centre.

This year’s tournament at the Cwench Centre in Etobicoke brought together 56 players, fierce competition, and an even stronger sense of community, all helping raise $10,000 to support our neighbours with access to free, healthy food in Toronto.

What began as a local hockey event has grown into a meaningful annual tradition rooted in generosity and collective action. We’re deeply grateful to all the players, organizers, sponsors, and supporters who have made this milestone possible year after year. Your impact continues to be felt far beyond the rink.

04/30/2026

We’re a small part of a much bigger system, doing our best to increase access to healthy, dignified food in our city.

We’ve been serving our local communities in Toronto for over 40 years and we will keep advocating for food systems where good food is recognized as a human right.

To support our non-profit today, you can make a donation by visiting thestop.org/donate

Credits: The speaker in this video is Shae London, The Stop’s Executive Director, speaking at a recent webinar with The Stop’s monthly donor community.

04/27/2026

From 12–2 p.m. every Tuesday, The Stop’s food bank space at 1884 Davenport Rd. shifts into the Good Food Market, offering a wide range of affordable fresh produce, baked goods, bread, pastries, and prepared foods.

With vegetarian and gluten-free options available, the market creates more consistent access to healthy, affordable food while supporting local producers.

For over 40 years, The Stop Community Food Centre has worked to increase access to healthy food in Toronto through food access programs, community initiatives, and advocacy, rooted in the belief that good food is a human right.

Visit thestop.org to learn more about the various programs that The Stop offers.

Last night we celebrated the incredible people who are the heart of everything we do, our 180+ volunteers!đŸ”„As a communit...
04/24/2026

Last night we celebrated the incredible people who are the heart of everything we do, our 180+ volunteers!đŸ”„

As a community-based organization, our volunteers are the reason we can show up for our community members every day, sustain our programs, and work towards food security across Toronto. We simply couldn’t do it without you all.

And what a night it was! From the Untalent Show (which was full of actual talent), to awesome raffle prizes, delicious food, laughter, photos, and memories
 this community is made up of people whose compassion, dedication, and spirit make our city a better place and we couldn’t be more grateful. 

This year’s theme is Ignite Volunteerism, and every one of you is proof of what that looks like in action.

To everyone who came out: thank you for the joy you brought to the room. To those who couldn’t make it: we love you just as much, and we felt your energy there with us.

Keep on rocking!!

With so much gratitude, The Stop 💚

Caring for our planet is non-negotiable, our lives depend on the health of the Earth.Support The Stop at thestop.org
04/22/2026

Caring for our planet is non-negotiable, our lives depend on the health of the Earth.

Support The Stop at thestop.org

04/20/2026

Throwback to when we made a mural at The Stop through our Healthy Beginnings program in 2024💕

Our work goes beyond food access at The Stop.Alongside our meals and food programs, we offer drop-in activities that cre...
04/17/2026

Our work goes beyond food access at The Stop.

Alongside our meals and food programs, we offer drop-in activities that create space for connection, creativity, and rest. These include:

‱ Bingo
‱ Creative writing
‱ Art-making
‱ Stitchin’ by the Kitchen
‱ Movie viewings
‱ Karaoke

Here, people can connect with each other, try something new, or simply take a break in a welcoming space.

These programs play a key role in our work by helping reduce social isolation and building stronger connections within our community.

Learn more at thestop.org or get in touch to join these community-centred experiences! 😊

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